Andy Kim (D-NJ)
A resolution recognizing the importance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for individuals with disabilities made possible by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and calling to protect the right of individuals with disabilities to live in their own homes and communities.
A Democratic resolution with 27 Democratic cosponsors · See all 29 cosponsors
Last activity — Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4270-4271)
In committee
Introduced and handed to a committee in the chamber it started in.
The committee holds it, and most bills are never heard from again. A hearing or a committee vote would be news; silence is the usual outcome, and it kills the bill without anyone voting against it.
Its path through Congress
- Introduced
- In Committee
A Senate resolution is the Senate speaking for itself: stating a position, honouring someone, or setting its own rules. Adopting it is the whole process. Once the Senate agrees to it, it is officially the Senate's word; it is not a law, so the House and the President have no part in it.
What this bill would do
This resolution recognizes the importance of independent living and economic self-sufficiency for people with disabilities as established by the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. It addresses concerns regarding a recent Department of Justice opinion that rejects the integration mandate. The Senate seeks to protect the rights of individuals to live in their own homes rather than in segregated institutions. The resolution calls for increased funding for home and community-based services through the Medicaid program. Additionally, it directs various federal agencies to develop policies that advance inclusion, accessibility, and employment opportunities.
Yes· 3 of 13
- Scored +9
Would people with disabilities be better off under this?
The resolution comprehensively addresses housing, employment, transportation, and community-based services for this group.
- Scored +9
Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities?
The resolution seeks to protect the integration mandate and the right of individuals with disabilities to live in their own communities.
- Scored +7
Does this put more money into Medicaid, the health coverage for people on low incomes?
The resolution calls on Congress to increase funding for home- and community-based services through the Medicaid program.
The opposite
No question was scored the opposite.
Who it would affect, and how
Potential Positive Impacts for People
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Increased Access to Community Living: The resolution pledges to work with States to improve funding and access to home and community-s-based services to reduce and eliminate institutionalization. (Resolution Section 4)
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Protection of Medicaid Benefits: The Senate admonishes against current or future cuts to the Medicaid program, such as burdensome work-reporting requirements, which could put the health of individuals at risk. (Resolution Section 5)
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Enhanced Employment Opportunities: The resolution calls on the Department of Labor to develop policies and technical assistance to increase the number and quality of competitive integrated employment opportunities to help individuals become economically self-sufficient. (Resolution Section 8B)
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Support for Caregivers and Independent Living: It calls on the Department of Health and Human Services to support the Administration for Community Living by providing information, resources, and technical assistance to support family caregivers. (Resolution Section 9)
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Improved Housing Options: The resolution calls on the Department of Housing and Urban Development to provide accessible and inclusive homes and communities to increase options for individuals with disabilities. (Resolution Section 10)
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Accessible Transportation: It calls on the Department of Transportation to create accessible transit and airports. (Resolution Section 11)
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Equitable Communication Access: The resolution calls on the Federal Communications Commission to provide resources and assistance to ensure full and equitable access to communication and telecommunications services. (Resolution Section 12)
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Emergency Preparedness: It calls on the Federal Emergency Management Agency to increase inclusivity and accessibility in emergency preparedness. (Resolution Section 13)
Potential Negative Impacts for People
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Risk from Medicaid Cuts: The resolution identifies that cuts to the Medicaid program, including the establishment of burdensome work-reporting requirements, puts the health of individuals with disabilities at risk. (Resolution Section 5)
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Harm from Institutionalization: The text notes that confinement in an institution can severely diminish everyday life activities, such as social contacts, work options, and economic independence. (Whereas clause regarding the Supreme Court)
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Threat from Department of Justice Opinion: The resolution states that a recent Department of Justice opinion threatens the progress made toward the full integration of individuals with disabilities into society. (Whereas clause regarding the Department of Justice)
Groups and Interests Ranking
Every group the model scored this bill for, from -10 to +10. Tap or hover a score for the reason it gave.
- Demographic And Interest Groups
- Would people with disabilities be better off under this? — The resolution comprehensively addresses housing, employment, transportation, and community-based services for this group. Would households on low incomes be better off under this? — The focus on increasing Medicaid funding for community-based services benefits low-income individuals with disabilities. Would Black Americans be better off under this? — The resolution acknowledges that people of color with disabilities experience disproportionately greater barriers and seeks to address them. Would people in cities be better off under this? — The emphasis on community-based living and accessible transit supports urban integration efforts.
- Social Issues And Justice
- Does this expand the rights of people with disabilities? — The resolution seeks to protect the integration mandate and the right of individuals with disabilities to live in their own communities. Does this make housing cost less? — The resolution calls on HUD to provide more accessible and inclusive housing options for people with disabilities.
- Environment Energy And Infrastructure
- Does this improve buses, trains and other public transport? — The resolution directs the Department of Transportation to create more accessible transit and airports. Does this improve help for people hit by a disaster? — The resolution calls on FEMA to increase inclusivity and accessibility in emergency preparedness.
- Education And Technology
- Does this get reliable internet to more people? — The resolution calls for the FCC to provide resources to ensure equitable access to communication and telecommunications services. Does this make it easier to use public money at a school other than the local one? — The resolution calls for protecting offices within the Department of Education that support special education and civil rights.
- Healthcare
- Does this put more money into Medicaid, the health coverage for people on low incomes? — The resolution calls on Congress to increase funding for home- and community-based services through the Medicaid program.
- Economy And Finance
- Is this likely to create jobs? — The resolution calls for policies to increase competitive integrated employment opportunities for people with disabilities.
- Governance And Ideology
- Does this make what the government does easier for the public to see? — The resolution seeks to correct a Department of Justice opinion that undermines the integration mandate.
- 7/23/2026
- Submitted in Senate
- Referred to the Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions. (text: CR S4270-4271)
- 29 Cosponsors added.
Tammy BaldwinDemocrat · Wisconsin
Michael BennetDemocrat · Colorado
Richard BlumenthalDemocrat · Connecticut
Cory BookerDemocrat · New Jersey
Lisa Blunt RochesterDemocrat · Delaware
Maria CantwellDemocrat · Washington
Christopher CoonsDemocrat · Delaware
Richard DurbinDemocrat · Illinois
Tammy DuckworthDemocrat · Illinois
John FettermanDemocrat · Pennsylvania
Kirsten GillibrandDemocrat · New York
Ruben GallegoDemocrat · Arizona
John HickenlooperDemocrat · Colorado
Martin HeinrichDemocrat · New Mexico
Amy KlobucharDemocrat · Minnesota
Angus KingIndependent · Maine
Timothy KaineDemocrat · Virginia
Edward MarkeyDemocrat · Massachusetts
Patty MurrayDemocrat · Washington
Christopher MurphyDemocrat · Connecticut
Alex PadillaDemocrat · California
John ReedDemocrat · Rhode Island
Bernie SandersIndependent · Vermont
Adam SchiffDemocrat · California
Jeanne ShaheenDemocrat · New Hampshire
Chris Van HollenDemocrat · Maryland
Ron WydenDemocrat · Oregon
Sheldon WhitehouseDemocrat · Rhode Island
Elizabeth WarrenDemocrat · Massachusetts